An Unwillingness to Give Up Our Beliefs Even When the Evidence

question 193

Multiple Choice

An unwillingness to give up our beliefs even when the evidence proves us wrong is called

• A) the availability heuristic.
• B) trial and error.
• C) belief perseverance.
• D) confirmation bias.

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Definitions:

Date of Record

The specific date on which a company determines its shareholders' eligibility to receive dividends or share distributions.

Resolution to Pay

A formal decision made by a company's board of directors to distribute funds, often as dividends, to shareholders.

Dividend Payment

A payout of part of a firm's profits, determined by its board of directors, and given to its stockholders.

Ex-Dividend Date

Date two business days before the date of record, establishing those individuals entitled to a dividend.